“I’ve been in a uniform since I was 18,” Beres, 47, told the AP. “But I’m going to take a little time off and see where I land. I’m up for whatever.”

In addition to his career, Beres tells Kinnard about his background as a Hungarian refugee whose family relocated to Connecticut.

Trooper Bob is a social media wizard, often crafting character-laden tweets to get messages of safety to the masses.

His retirement message was no different.

“Thank you for allowing me to serve you, the citizens of South Carolina, for 29 years (Navy+Law Enforcement). Friday, Nov 30, 2018 will be my last day with the S.C. Highway Patrol. Please continue to support the men and women in uniform! God bless 📷📷📷 To Be Continued,” he wrote.

Thank you for allowing me to serve you, the citizens of South Carolina, for 29 years (Navy+Law Enforcement). Friday, Nov 30, 2018 will be my last day with the S.C. Highway Patrol. Please continue to support the men and women in uniform! God bless 🙂🙏🏻🚔 To Be Continued... pic.twitter.com/32KkLCTT1n